Chronic pain Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr Somjet Tosamran is a neurologist at PYONG Rehabilitation Group who achieved first-class honours at Thailand's prestigious Chulalongkorn University.

• Trained at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital – one of South East Asia's leading medical centres
• Specialises in managing complex neurology cases and chronic pain conditions
• Focuses on rehabilitation strategies to improve patient mobility and lifestyle
• Currently completing a subspecialty fellowship in epilepsy to treat drug-resistant seizures

Dr Tara Rak-areekul ranked first in Thailand's national neurological examination and leads academic training at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.

• Specialises in managing complex headache disorders and nerve-related chronic pain
• Completed intensive training with the Thai Headache Study Forum
• Awarded first place in the 2023 National Formative Neurological Examination
• Expert in neurorehabilitation techniques to restore function after nerve injury
• International experience through clinical observerships at Baycrest Hospital in Canada

Dr Kittiprachakul is a board-certified physiatrist who graduated with First Class Honours and specialises in treating complex chronic pain using non-surgical methods.

• Specialises in Western dry needling to release myofascial trigger points and reduce muscle tension
• Uses focused shockwave piezo technology – acoustic pulses that stimulate healing in deep musculoskeletal tissues
• Trained at Harvard Medical School in telemedicine to support remote patient monitoring and consultations
• Completed international training at the Korean National Rehabilitation Center in advanced recovery protocols
• Expert in electrodiagnostic studies to identify exact nerve and muscle issues causing persistent pain

Dr Rawipa Khunnarong specialises in interventional rehabilitation at PYONG Rehabilitation Group – using targeted procedures to restore movement and manage persistent pain.

• Performs dry needling to release muscle knots and trigger points for drug-free relief
• Completed specialised training in musculoskeletal intervention at Wachira Phuket Hospital
• Expert in neurorehabilitation for patients recovering from stroke or spinal cord injury
• Uses dysphagia assessment to help patients with swallowing difficulties following neurological illness
• Member of the Thai Rehabilitation Medicine Association

Dr. Ornicha Thititagul is a geriatrician and lifestyle medicine specialist in Bangkok. She authored Thailand’s first case report on abacavir hypersensitivity. Dr. Thititagul serves as a lecturer at Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. She creates specialized treatment plans for aging adults at Siriraj Samut Sakhon Center.

• Certified by the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine.
• WHO–SEARO Master Trainer for the Integrated Care of Older People.
• Expert in stroke rehabilitation, dementia care, and chronic pain management.
• Treats patients at PYONG Rehabilitation, a specialized neurorehabilitation facility.

Dr Gerald Raphael Tur is the official representative for the Osteopathy Chronic Pain Clinics of Canada in Phuket, specialising in holistic pain management.

• Holds a Doctor of Osteopathy from the National University of Medical Sciences
• Uses Gonstead Chiropractic techniques to address spinal and joint misalignment
• Certified acupuncturist providing needle-based therapy for nerve and soft tissue pain
• Registered member of the Swiss Medical Register and the International Osteopathic Association
• Provides tailored treatment plans incorporating Chinese pharmacology, nutrition, and psychiatric principles

Dr Alireza Soltanzadeh is a dual-trained anesthesiology and algology specialist with deep expertise in managing complex pain conditions. He currently serves at Istanbul Okan University Hospital, where he integrates advanced pain-relief protocols for international patients.

• Specialises in algology – the specific medical study and treatment of chronic pain
• Completed a specialist fellowship in cardiac anaesthesia at the Siyami Ersek Center
• Expert in ozone therapy – a treatment used to reduce inflammation and manage pain
• Member of multiple international anaesthesiology and pain management societies
• Trained in Germany on specialized care protocols and patient safety measures

Dr. Byung-hee Lee is a neurosurgeon at RE:YOUTH Clinic in South Korea. He is a founding member of the Korean Society of Interventional Neurology. He also helped found the Korean Stroke Society. Dr. Lee treats complex conditions like Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and cerebral aneurysms.

• Published 24 SCI theses in domestic and international medical journals.
• Delivered over 50 lectures at medical conferences worldwide.
• Maintains active membership in the World Stroke Society and American Stroke Association.
• Works at RE:YOUTH, the only Korean clinic providing arterial stem cell therapy.

Dr. Tamer Atasever is a nuclear medicine specialist at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He previously served as the Director of the Nuclear Medicine Department at Ankara Order Laboratory. Dr. Atasever held multiple professorships at the prestigious Gazi University. He is a member of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine.

• Expert in radioiodine therapy and PET-CT with Gallium 68 for cancer diagnostics.
• Uses advanced nuclear imaging for Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medipol Mega University Hospital in Istanbul.
• Member of the Turkey Association of Nuclear Medicine.

Dr Mustafa Kilic is a dedicated neurosurgeon at Istinye University who specialises in neuromodulation – using electrical signals to reset nerves and manage persistent pain.

• Performs Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) to block pain signals before they reach the brain
• Expert in Radiofrequency Ablation – uses heat to treat chronic facial pain from trigeminal neuralgia
• Specialises in Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) for complex neurological conditions
• Manages both surgical and non-surgical treatments for spinal and cervical disc hernias
• Serves as a member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Professor Abdullah Ozkardes is a neurology specialist at Biruni University Hospital with significant expertise in managing neurological pain. He previously served as an Assistant Professor at the GATA Faculty of Medicine.

• Specialises in chronic pain management related to complex neurological conditions
• Trained as a flight physician for both military and civilian sectors
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association and the DGCA Health Board
• Former Chief Physician at Kütahya Air Hospital overseeing specialist care programmes
• Completed specialist neurology residency at the prestigious GATA Faculty of Medicine

The doctor is a Professor of Neurology with a specialization in demyelinating processes and Parkinson's disease. With extensive expertise in these areas, the doctor has contributed significantly to the understanding and treatment of neurological disorders. The doctor is recognized for advancing research and clinical practices in neurology, focusing on improving patient outcomes through innovative approaches.